Posts by Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Staff Writer and Video Editor at My Modern Met. She earned a BA in Fashion and Textile Design at the University of Ulster in Belfast. Originally from Northern Ireland, she lived in Berlin for many years, where she fostered a career in the arts, dabbling in everything from illustration and animation to music and ceramics. She now calls Edinburgh home, where she continues to work as a writer, illustrator, and ceramicist. Her ceramics, often combined with hand-painted animation frames, capture playful scenes that celebrate freedom and movement, and blend her passion for art with storytelling. Her illustrations have been featured in The Berliner Magazine as well as other print magazines and a poetry book.
Architecture
May 3, 2025

New Gelephu International Airport Is a Celebration of Bhutanese Culture and Heritage

While many dread spending long hours in an airport, the new Gelephu International Airport in Bhutan is so beautiful that you might just want to miss your flight. Set to open in 2029, the 68,000-square-meter terminal in Gelephu is being designed by the renowned architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), which has just revealed its stunning details. Gelephu International Airport will be Bhutan’s second international airport and is set to accommodate 5.

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Woodworking
April 30, 2025

What Is Kumiko? Discover How Japan’s Traditional Woodworking Technique Continues To Thrive Today

Japan is renowned for its rich heritage of ancient crafts, from origami to kintsugi. However, several contemporary woodworkers are bringing attention to a lesser-known woodworking tradition called kumiko. One of those artists is Washington, D.C.-based David Gootnick, who creates kumiko-inspired decorative panels that celebrate the beauty of the age-old art form. Originating during Japan’s Asuka period (538 to 710 CE)

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My Modern Met

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